LM86EVAL Development Boards, Kits, Programmers

LM86EVAL Application Field and Working Principle

LM86EVAL is a board specially designed to evaluate the performance level of LM86 thermal diode with detailed parameters. By using this board, users can quickly test and measure the analog output level, gain bandwidth, temperature range, accuracy, and other parameters of the LM86 thermal diode. The LM86EVAL board can also be used to simplify the evaluation of a variety of linear and analog circuits. The wide temperature range of the thermal diode makes LM86EVAL suitable for a wide range of applications.

Application Fields

The application fields of LM86EVAL board are very wide. It can be used in various temperature measuring and compensation devices such as industrial controls, medical systems, and precision instruments. The board can also be used in electromagnetic actuator systems for power management and stability control. In addition, it can also be used in other fields such as HVAC systems and robotics.

Working Principle

LM86EVAL board works by utilizing LM86 thermal diode that has wide temperature range between -20°C to 100°C as the temperature sensing device. This sensing device is connected to an on-board amplifier such as a new Analog Devices LTC1044 that uses a high-gain non-inverting transimpedance amplifier to convert a wide range of temperatures from -20°C to 100°C into a voltage between 0V to 5V. The output voltage is linearly proportional to the temperature change and can be measured and monitored using a wide variety of input/output systems such as LCD with an I2C interface or USB for data recording.

In addition, LM86EVAL board has fixed gain and bandwidth selection switches that allow the users to customize the gain and bandwidth for the desired application. The board also includes a calibration switch that allows the users to easily calibrate the sensor for accurate measurement and data. The board has a connector for external power supply of 5V/GND.

Conclusion

LM86EVAL board is an effective tool for evaluation of LM86 thermal diode and other linear or analog circuits. Its wide temperature range makes the board suitable for a variety of applications from HVAC systems to robotics. With its on-board high-gain amplifier and calibration switch, users can quickly calculate temperature change and accurately measure the analog output level.